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We’ve all heard of instant noodles; now it’s time for instant rice balls. Or…sort of instant.
You can’t always solve a problem by throwing money at it. In fact, you might just cause one instead.
Come for the retro architecture, stay for the bath and swimming pool filled with onsen hot spring water!
International airport closest to company’s Kyoto headquarters lets you start your Nintendo travel fun right away.
Japanese citizens feel the symbolism-rich coin, which lacks something, can make travel in Japan difficult for foreign guests.
Japan’s newest theme park has gotten a lukewarm reception, and we’re pretty sure we’ve pinpointed the problem.
Get a jump on the day by eating like a local at the all-you-can eat baked goods buffets of the city’s cafes.
From the well-known to the obscure, this year’s annual ranking of top spots has some surprises in store for even the most seasoned travellers.
First look at the guest rooms and dining areas set to appear at the historic Meiji-era complex.
Private rooms with lockable doors, showers, mail delivery service, and online reservations in English.
Boasts a number of advantages over taking your chances with coin lockers at the train station.
A popular destination for those looking for love or trying to start a family, but you’ll want to check the tide schedule before you visit.
Adorably awesome Pokémon train is part of disaster relief project for tsunami-damaged region.
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Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summer
Family Mart Japan installs red-eyed “Monster Wolf” to keep bears away from convenience store
Will we eat the gyoza or our words at this all-you-can-eat dumpling challenge?
Over a billion yen in smuggled gold found inside sex dolls by Japanese investigators
TKG Debate: What’s the best way to eat Japan’s beloved raw egg comfort dish?
Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Starbucks Japan creates special drink bottle bags, adorable stickers for all 47 prefectures[Pics]
Japanese sweets brand creates new drinkable Cigare and we’re totally here for it
Totoro Soot Sprites are here to help keep your organized as adorable paper clips[Photos]
Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noon
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- Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad- Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summer
- Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noon
Studio Ghibli store Donguri Republic announces opening of first-ever store in America- Japanese sweets brand creates new drinkable Cigare and we’re totally here for it
7-Eleven Japan to start selling Vietnamese banh mi sandwiches this summer
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino, tea and soda drinks for summer- Starbucks Japan creates special drink bottle bags, adorable stickers for all 47 prefectures[Pics]
“Phantom Egg Shop” opens in Japan, with a dozen rare Japanese varieties
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- Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
- Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
- Studio Ghibli store Donguri Republic announces opening of first-ever store in America
New Japanese overnight train coming to connect Tokyo with Tohoku in sleep-travel style
Uniqlo reveals third round of massive 100-year-anniversary manga T-shirts for Jump’s Shueisha
Even at twice regular Daiso price, this handy item is still great for summer travel in Japan- Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noon
- Japan launches first overnight Shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Osaka this summer
New official Ghibli anime food cookbook will teach you how to make Ponyo’s ramen and more
Forget Tokyo go-karts – there’s a new way to sightsee on four wheels in Japan
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- Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】- Japanese ninja certification exam attracts 131 candidates from Japan and abroad
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
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Japan announces sudden 400-percent increase in visa fees for foreigners entering the country
Starbucks Japan creates special drink bottle bags, adorable stickers for all 47 prefectures[Pics]
Japanese sweets brand creates new drinkable Cigare and we’re totally here for it
Totoro Soot Sprites are here to help keep your organized as adorable paper clips[Photos]
Japanese sweets shop sells an ohagi so exquisite it sells out by noon
Nearly half of Pokémon hot spring’s statues have been damaged less than two months after opening
Hatsune Miku successfully wraps Miku Expo 2026 North America tour with 100,000 attendees
Japanese merry-go-round has heartwarming backstory, is one of the best rides in Japan
7-Eleven Japan now has Seven Cafe tea machines…but can they convert a coffee drinker?
Starbucks Japan sells Valencia Flavoured Syrup, and here are four ways to use it this summer
Japan opens shrine for plush toys in Kyoto, offering memorial rites and a resting place for remains
Dragon Quest’s next quest is a journey to Yoshinoya for awesome Slime toy meals[Photos]
Private Shinkansen Supreme Class Cabin pricing, start date, and details announced by Japan Railways
Japan’s Yellow Shinkansen to be retired, last chances to ride it come with eye-popping prices
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